“That’s My Dad!” Photo Contest

Congratulations to the winner of Southwest Orlando Bulletin’s 23rd annual That’s My Dad! photo contest!

WINNERKEEP ME IN STITCHES Dr. Phillips dad James Donovan and son Leo know laughter is the best medicine.

William Shakespeare once wrote, “It is a wise father that knows his own child.” When Southwest fathers are not busy being all-around superheroes for their families, they are busy becoming experts on their children. From favorite toys to secret sayings, good dads share a bond with their children like no other. And the fathers in Southwest Orlando Bulletin’s milestone 23rd annual That’s My Dad! photo contest are no exception.

This annual photo album, dedicated to Southwest Orlando dads, is one way to say thanks for all the time spent on learning the ins and outs of fatherhood, and to show our local dads that they are loved and appreciated every day.

The staff of the Southwest Orlando Bulletin wishes a hearty happy Father’s Day to all Southwest dads!

_RUNNERUP01YES, SIR, THAT’S HIS BABY — Daughter Miah mesmerizes Vizcaya dad Alkarim Dhanani.


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GOING OUR WAY? — Life’s a trip for Cypress Landing dad Mike Moran and daughters Keira (left) and Kaitlyn.


AnthonyWE’VE GOT YOUR BACK Westminster Landing dad Scott Anthony and sons Collin (left) and Brayden present a united front.


DaskalakisPOOL PARTY Meadow Ridge dad Geovanni Daskalakis keeps cool with (l. to r.) son Enzo, and daughters Cali and Ava.


SpringerTHE REEL DEALWesmere dad Bob Springer and daughter Hannah are hooked on each other.


SchmidtMY BOY, MY JOY — Son Ryan brings happiness to Orchard Hills dad Jon Schmidt.


VisserALL DOLLED UP Brookstone dad Andre Visser and daughter Emily dress to impress.


Points#THANKFUL Keenes Pointe dad D.A. Points feels blessed to have son Charlie and daughter Laila.


FonsecaDADS JUST WANNA HAVE FUNWindermere dad Bruno Fonseca goes on a play date with daughters Izabella (front) and Valentina.


RodriguezISN’T SHE LOVELY? — Life and love are the same for Regency Oaks at Stonecrest dad Orlando Rodriguez and daughter Mia.


PEACE, LOVE & SANDY FEET — Together, Sand Lake Hills dad Jeremy Bourst and sons (l. to r.) Madden, Miles and Mason have it all.


wehrBLACK AND WHITE AND LOVED ALL OVERWindermere Chase dad Steve Wehr cherishes every moment with daughter Madison.


BockenWORTH THE WAIT — It’s love at first sight for Westfield Lakes dad Adam Bocken and son Zackary.


BarinasLIL’ SLUGGER Bronsons Landing dad Joaquin Barinas and son Ty never strike out.


RichardsonOUR GETAWAY Windermere Crossing dad Benjamin Richardson goes the extra mile for daughters Kylie (left) and Kendyll.


RusnakIT ALL STACKS UP … — To a happy family for Oaks of Windermere dad Eric Rusnak and daughters Sophie (left) and Isabella.


GOING PLACES Cross Creek dad Mark Lewis leads the way for sons (l. to r.) Luke, Ethan and Noah.


D'HaitiNIGHT SHIFT Southern Pines dad Vigiland D’Haiti embraces quiet moments with son Arie.


RappaIT’S A GUY THING Foxcrest at Stone Crest dad Tony Rappa and son Luca are best buddies.


AdamsSIMPLY IRRESISTIBLEWesfield dad Thomas Adams and daughter Delaney share a special bond.


BATTER UP! Westfield dad Nick Price and son Chandler head to the ballgame.


CoxTHEY’RE INCREDIBLE Eden Isle dad Gene Cox and son Kaiden reveal their secret identities.


SilveiraFruitfulRegency Oaks at Stonecrest dad Chris Silveira, son Colby and daughter Brenna are berry sweet.


FunkSTANDING TALL — Sons Gavin (left) and Sam look up to Glenmuir dad Jeffrey Funk.


Bocken_LIT’S NO GREAT MYSTERY South Bay dad Clay Kearney and Westfield Lakes daughter Lauren Bocken are BFFs.


GoughCOOL DUDES — Son Lukas floats the boat of Vizcaya dad David Gough.


OrtPRETTY AS PRINCESSES — Daughters Holland (left) and Taylor sweep Eden Isle dad Joe Ort off his feet.


DurfeeTHE GOOD LIFE Bay Hill dad Matt Durfee and daughter Jacqueline enjoy sweet celebrations.


NimetzTEAM PRIDE — Son Christian and daughter Elice are Dr. Phillips dad Daniel Nimetz’s all-stars.


SpadacciaTHE RIGHT STUFF Summerport dad Julio Spadaccia embraces daughter Petra, his “new kid on the block.”


CosgroveLOOKIN’ GOOD Bay Isle dad TJ Cosgrove and sons Parker (left) and Tripp are the men in plaid.


ClarkPERFECT PAIR Westover Club dad Paul Clark and daughter Hailey glow together.


Singh(must-crop-out-guy-on-right)DADDY’S GIRL Dr. Phillips dad Charan Singh adores daughter Nayna.


EdwardsA TIGHT FIT Johns Lake Pointe dad Kevin Edwards and sons Austin (left) and Dylan cling to each other.


DantasMALE BONDING Dr. Phillips dad Civan Dantas (second from right) and sons (l. to r.) Vinicius, Rafael and Christian are a fun foursome.


MarklandBEST NIGHT EVER Glynwood II at Stone Crest dad Michael Markland and daughter Micaela go out on the town.


OsmanHIGH-FIVE — Son Blake is in good hands with Windermere dad Larry Osman.


LeachALL FORE ONE & ONE FORE ALL — It’s tee-rific times for Windermere dad Chris Leach and sons Jonah (left) and Aaron.


CravensWE ALL SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM Grovehurst at Stonecrest dad Richard Cravens Jr. melts for (l. to r.) son Trey and daughters Reese and Riley.


SchultzSUMMERTIME — The living is easy for Winderlakes dad Joe Schultz and son Weston.


TasiorCOLD DAY, WARM HEARTS Summerport dad Terry Tasior and sons Austin (front) and Ethan have snow much fun.


CabralIT TAKES TWO — Twins Brady and Sophie equal twice the fun for Berkshire Park dad Sean Cabral.


LopezIN AWE — Son George is the main attraction for Buena Vista Woods dad George Lopez.


WestSTRIKE A POSE Bay Hill dad Jim Sabo and daughters (l. to r.) Jessica, Amy and Carrie sizzle in the sun.


ClerkFOUR BETTER OR WORSE Bay Lakes dad Ty Clerk will forever be there for (l. to r.) daughter Jolie and sons Jonathyn and Jaiden.


MillerMASTER CHEFS Belle Meade dad Craig Miller and son Cole know real men wear aprons.


Plaugher(lowres)DATE WITH DADDY Winderlakes dad Jeff Plaugher and daughter Mia can never be too close.


Edwards_GON THE WINGS OF LOVE — The sky’s the limit for Bay Lakes dad Greg Edwards, son William and mom Crystal.💓